Polartec Platforms Get a Bio-Based Boost.
IN THE MARKET / ECO UPDATE
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ew Polartec Power Shield and
Power Stretch Pro product of-
ferings will feature Biolon nylon
inputs in both the membrane
and fabric components this fall
season, elevating the overall plant-derived
content per style while reducing the carbon
footprint.
Biolon is a renewable, non-GMO plant-
based nylon with a 50 percent lower carbon
footprint than virgin Nylon 6,6, and features
nylon properties closer to Nylon 6,6 than many
recycled nylon alternatives currently on the
market, according to Polartec.
e product made its debut last year with
the launch of Polartec's more sustainable
Polartec Power Stretch Weather Protection
technology, but was not branded "Biolon" at
that time. e newest developments continue
to feature Biolon in the membrane but now
also in the fabrics of Polartec Power Shield
and Power Stretch Pro.
Karen Beattie, Polartec's global director
of product marketing, explains, "e use of
plant-based nylon in the yarns going into
the fabrics is something new and exciting,
as it increases the bio-based content in our
materials, which further reduces reliance on
fossil fuels and lowers our carbon footprint."
Polartec Power Shield with Biolon has a
water resistance rating of 20K mm (ISO 811)
and a breathability rating of 20K g/m2/24
hours (JIS L1099, B1). Polartec Power Stretch
Pro has a dual surface fabric comprising
a highly durable nylon exterior and a so,
comfortable polyester interior that is durable,
comfortable, breathable and features 4-way
stretch performance. n
Introducing Biolon
